Philippines
One Day I Woke Up, Suddenly Allergic to Alcohol
After developing an intolerance to alcohol at 30, I’m learning how to socialize sober.
In Facebook Groups for Elite Schools, Members Sell Private Islands and Luxury Cars
“Someone was selling a meteorite—a literal meteorite.”
Marcos Jr Is the New Philippines President. VP Sara Duterte May Be His Biggest Threat.
The country’s two most powerful families teamed up to take the top leadership posts. How long will their political ambitions allow them to work together?
Living Marcos’ Martial Law Through My Parents’ Eyes
In reflecting on my feelings towards the 2022 Presidential Elections, I asked my parents what it was really like to live under Ferdinand Marcos Sr.’s dictatorship.
How To Cope With Election Results You Didn’t Want
Psychologists offer advice for the grief, anxiety, and anger that comes to many after an election.
Despair, Disbelief in the Philippines as Dictator’s Son Nears Presidency
Many fear for the country's future, as early results indicate the return to power of a family responsible for one of the Philippines' darkest periods.
A Dictator’s Son Faked His Family History. Now He Could Win the Presidency.
36 years since the Philippines ousted the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, his son and namesake is leading the race to become president.
Yes, You Should Be Eating Avocados With Milk and Ice
TikTok is only now discovering what Filipinos have always known: Avocado is a dessert.
I Got Really Drunk on Non-Grape Wines
Would you drink wine made from soursop, mangosteen, and wild berries? I did.
Study Finds 2 Million Kids in This Country May Have Been Targets of Online Sex Predators
The findings hint at the scale of the problem in the Philippines, where a mix of poverty and strong internet access has led to thriving online abuse.
The Young Filipinos Using Music and Fandom in the Elections
Some post fan edits of presidential candidates online, while others hold up lightsticks during campaign events.